Virginia for The Golf Enthusiast in You

June 18, 2019

As a Southeastern state,
Virginia is best known for beaches that give locals and tourists a great view
of the Atlantic Ocean. It is also a state where mountain hikers and nature
lovers can go on climbs in the vicinity of the Appalachian mountains. Aside from
these attractions and the rich history of the state, Virginia is also a place
for golfers and golf enthusiasts. Here are some of the best sites that you can
visit in Virginia if you are a big fan of golf.

The Greenbrier

The Greenbrier Hotel & Resort

Dubbed as America’s
Resort, the Greenbrier
has been in existence since 1778, located along the mountains and plains of
West Virginia. It has been dubbed both as a luxury resort and a national
landmark. The place has been the top choice for relaxation and retreat by
members of royalty, leading businesspeople, and a couple of United States
presidents. The golf courses in the resort is a traditional annual venue for
the PGA Tour. It has also hosted other golf tournaments such as the Ryder Cup
and the Greenbrier American Express Championship. The Greenbrier offers Golf
Group packages starting at $289. They are also beginning an Unlimited Golf
Package that includes food and accommodation.

Keswick Hall and Golf Club

In Charlottesville, the Keswick
Hall
and Golf Club is a famous destination for golf lovers. The historic resort is
composed of 600 acres of land with 48 guest room accommodations. They have won
the 2016 Forbes Five-Star Award for its excellence in service and luxury. Golf
lovers would definitely enjoy the resort’s golf courses made in the Pete Dye
style. Hailed as the 47th “Best Resort Courses” is their Full Cry golf course
which is definitely a must-try for all golfers out there. The Keswick offers
the Pete Dye Golf Package from Mondays to Thursdays at $319 which includes the
for the Full Cry golf course, a one-night stay and breakfast.

Oglebay Resort and Conference Center

The Oglebay Resort and
Conference Center is located at the foot of the Appalachian mountains in
Wheeling, Virginia. They have a 1,700-acre land that can be explored and
enjoyed through a variety of recreational activities such as horse-riding,
tennis, swimming, fishing, and playing mini-golf. The Oglebay has four playable
golf courses at its Speidel Golf Club. The terrains are laid out in par-71
Arnold Palmer Design that makes excellent use of the natural landscape. The
resort also has the standard 18-hole Crispin Course and a par-3 nine-hole
course. The Oglebay has a Birdie Weekday package that starts at $179 per head
which includes access to the golf courses, lodging at the golf cottages, and a
buffet breakfast.

Magnolia Green Golf Club

Located in suburbs of
Richmond in Moseley, the Magnolia Green Golf Club has been hailed in 2015 among
the top ten newly built golf courses by Golf Digest. Nicklaus Design has
developed the landscape and the golf courses in partnership with Tom Clark. The
18-hole course is suitable for all golf players, both beginners, and seasoned
players. The developer of the Magnolia Green community is iStar, which invested
$3 million in the completion of the course. Billy Gasper Golf currently manages
the Magnolia Green Golf Club.